Casual Slip Tender
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- Nanaimo, BC
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Operation of marine slip (including understanding of manual air assist operation during electrical power interruptions).
- Regular maintenance checks of all wharves, docks and slips - including the application of lubricating oils, grease, etc. as required and/or directed to ensure that same is in safe operating condition.
- Handling of mooring lines, turnbuckles, chains, rail extensions (gangways, safety barricades), and other equipment required for the safe tie up or release of all vessels at the berth.
- Handling of track shoes, trailer stands, blocking and other equipment required for the safe handling of rail cars and trailers (rubber-tired units) on all vessels at the slip.
- Directing trailer parking onboard vessels as required from time to time.
- Operating company vehicle and equipment, including forklift for the purpose of delivering, removing, handling of stores, equipment, garbage, deployment of emergency response equipment, and materials as directed.
- Performing regular maintenance checks of company vehicles - including washing, checking fluid levels, signal lights, etc. or otherwise as directed.
- Maintaining Vessel Activity Report indicating times of vessel arrival/departure, traffic loaded/unloaded at slips, and any use of tug assists by vessels in entering or leaving berth.
- Keeping an accurate "logbook" noting any unusual occurrences relating to the slips or terminals, including hard impacts to the slips/berths, incorrect procedures followed, trespassers noted, etc.
- Performing regular checks of all trailers on the terminal to record trailer numbers and signs of damage as directed.
- Performing regular security patrols to report any suspicious or unusual occurrences to the on duty SFC Supervisor or local authorities (Police/Fire) as required and/or directed.
- Performing basic terminal clean-up - including grass and brush cutting, application of de-icing material and other duties as directed to ensure a safe and clean workplace.
- Performing basic janitorial duties as the traffic office as directed.
- Forklift Operator Certificate is an asset.
- Customer service and team working skills.
- Communication and organization skills.
- Self-started with ability to solve issues independently.